grasp

²grasp

noun

Definition of GRASP

1

a : handle b : embrace

2

: hold, control

3

a : the reach of the arms b : the power of seizing and holding or attaining <success lay within their grasp>

4

: mental hold or comprehension especially when broad <a remarkable grasp of the subject>

Examples of GRASP

1. The author shows a weak grasp of military strategy.
2. The books on the top shelf are just beyond my grasp.
3. She moved the toy to within the baby's grasp.
4. She felt the solution was within her grasp.

First Known Use of GRASP

1561

Related to GRASP

Synonyms: control, hand(s)

Antonyms: incomprehension, noncomprehension

Related Words: clutch, grip, hold, mastery; arm, command, dominion, helm, sway; authority, domination, jurisdiction, might, power; administration, direction, governance, government, guidance, management, operation, oversight, regulation, running, superintendence, supervision

Near Antonyms: helplessness, weakness; impotence, impotency, powerlessness

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